Firmware Engineer

Firmware Engineer

Job Location: Germany – Hoehenkirchen (near Munich), On Site

Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. We create technologies that connect the digital and physical worlds, helping our customers increase productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. Our Field Systems segment focuses on GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technology, enhancing field operations for surveying, mapping, and construction.

What Makes This Role Great

You will work on cutting‑edge technology that directly impacts the efficiency and accuracy of field operations across various industries. You will be part of a collaborative team where your contributions are valued and can lead to tangible improvements in real‑world applications. Trimble’s commitment to professional development provides resources and opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, debug, support, and maintain application software for high‑end GNSS receivers.
• Perform testing, debugging, and performance validation.
• Write software deployable on multiple operating systems and hardware platforms.
• Support ongoing legacy and next‑generation software development.
• Specify and define software architecture for cross‑platform deployment.
• Collaborate directly with the Sunnyvale firmware team and global operations.

Qualifications

• Experience working in embedded systems and real‑time operating systems.
• Expertise in C programming on 32/64‑bit embedded microprocessors.
• Strong understanding of real‑time primitives (mutexes, semaphores, task priorities).
• Good knowledge of networking and communication protocols.
• Ability to read and understand hardware schematics.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices.
• Knowledge of embedded Linux and Linux distributions.